Dell Alienware M16 Gaming Laptop with RTX 4080 ASUS ROG Strix Scar 18 Gaming Laptop with RTX 4080 Comparison

Dell Alienware M16 Gaming Laptop with RTX 4080 $2,799	ASUS ROG Strix Scar 18 Gaming Laptop with RTX 4080 $2,999	MSI Stealth A16 AI with RTX 5080 and Ryzen 9 HX 370
Overview
Brand
Dell	ASUS
Model
Alienware M16 Gaming Laptop (2024)	ROG Strix Scar 18 (2024) G834JZR-XS96
Graphics
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080	NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 12GB GDDR6
RTX 4080 Laptops
RAM
Up to 64GB DDR5	32GB DDR5-5600MHz
64GB Laptops \| 32GB Laptops
Storage
Up to 4TB SSD	1TB PCIe Gen4 SSD
4TB Laptops \| 1TB Laptops
Display
16-inch WQXGA (2560 x 1600), 240Hz, 3ms response time	18-inch Nebula HDR, 16:10 QHD (2560 x 1600), 240Hz, 3ms
Operating System
Windows 11 Pro	Windows 11 Pro
Weight
3.3 kg or 7.28 lbs	2.90 kg or 6.39 lbs
Color
Dark Metallic Moon	Black
Processor
Model
AMD Ryzen 9 7845HX
Cores
12 Cores	24 Cores (8 Performance Cores + 16 Efficient Cores)
Threads
24 Threads	32 Threads
Base Clock
3.2 GHz	2.6 GHz
Max Turbo Boost
5.2 GHz	5.4 GHz
Cache
76MB	36MB Intel Smart Cache
TDP
55W	55W
CPU
	Intel Core i9-14900HX
Intel Core i9 Laptops
Display
Screen Size
16 inches	18 inches
Resolution
2560 x 1600 (WQXGA)	2560 x 1600 (QHD)
Refresh Rate
240Hz	240Hz
Response Time
3ms	3ms
Panel Type
IPS	IPS
Color Gamut
100% sRGB	100% DCI-P3
Brightness
Up to 500 nits	Up to 500 nits
Aspect Ratio
16:10	16:10
Additional Features
ComfortView Plus, Anti-Glare, G-Sync	Anti-Glare, G-Sync, Dolby Vision HDR
Graphics
GPU
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080	NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080
VRAM
16GB GDDR6	12GB GDDR6
Ray Tracing
Yes	Yes
DLSS Support
Yes, NVIDIA DLSS 3	Yes, NVIDIA DLSS 3
Additional Features
MUX Switch with NVIDIA Advanced Optimus	MUX Switch with NVIDIA Advanced Optimus
Memory
RAM Type
DDR5	DDR5
RAM Speed
4800MHz	5600MHz
Expandable Memory
Yes, up to 64GB	Yes, up to 64GB
Storage
Primary Storage
4TB M.2 PCIe NVMe SSD	1TB PCIe Gen4 SSD
Secondary Storage Options
Not specified	Additional M.2 slot available
RAID Support
No	No
Gaming Features
Dedicated Gaming Keys
Yes, with Macro Functionality	Yes, with Macro Functionality
RGB Customization
Yes, via AlienFX	Yes, via Aura Sync
Game Optimization
AI-powered performance tuning	AI-powered performance tuning
Performance
Cooling Technology
Seven Heat Pipes and Vapor Chamber for advanced cooling	ROG Intelligent Cooling with Liquid Metal and Full-width Heatsink
Overclocking Support
Yes, via Alienware Command Center	Yes, via Armoury Crate
Performance Modes
Balanced, Performance, Turbo	Silent, Performance, Turbo, Manual
Benchmark Scores
Not specified	Not specified
Battery
Capacity
86Wh	90Wh
Backup Time
Up to 5 hours (varies with usage)	Up to 7 hours (varies with usage)
Charging Type
Fast Charging	Fast Charging (50% in 30 minutes)
Power Adapter
330W	330W
Connectivity
WiFi
Wi-Fi 6	Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax)
Bluetooth
5.3	5.3
Ports
1 x HDMI 2.1, 2 x USB Type-A 3.2, 2 x USB Type-C 3.2, 1 x Mini DisplayPort 1.4, 1 x RJ45 Ethernet, 1 x SD Card Slot, 1 x Global Headset Jack	1 x HDMI 2.1, 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A, 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C, 1 x Thunderbolt 4 (DisplayPort, G-Sync), 1 x 2.5G LAN port, 1 x 3.5mm Combo Audio Jack
Keyboard & Touchpad
Keyboard Type
Backlit Keyboard with AlienFX RGB lighting	Per-Key RGB Backlit Chiclet
Key Travel
1.8mm	1.9mm
N-Key Rollover
Yes	Yes
Touchpad Features
Precision touchpad with multi-gesture support	Large Glass Touchpad with Multi-Gesture Support
Audio
Speakers
Stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos	4-speaker system with Smart Amplifier Technology
Audio Enhancements
Hi-Res Audio, AI Noise Cancellation	Dolby Atmos, Hi-Res Certification, AI Noise-Canceling Technology
Dedicated Audio Jack
Yes, 3.5mm combo jack	Yes, 3.5mm combo jack
Camera
Webcam
1080p FHD	720p HD
Privacy Shutter
Yes	Yes
Build & Design
Material
Aluminum and Magnesium Alloy	Aluminum and Plastic
Color Options
Dark Metallic Moon	Black
RGB Lighting
Yes, AlienFX programmable lighting	Yes, Aura Sync Light Bar and Rear Glow
Dimensions
14.5 x 11.4 x 1.0 inches	40.0 x 28.5 x 2.56 cm
Special Features
Virtual Reality Ready
Yes	Yes
Advanced Cooling
Yes, with seven heat pipes and vapor chamber	Yes, with Liquid Metal and Full-width Heatsink
Software
Pre-installed Alienware Command Center for system control and customization	Pre-installed Armoury Crate for system control and customization
Box Contents
Laptop
Yes	Yes
Power Adapter
Yes, 330W	Yes, 330W
User Manual
Yes	Yes
Warranty Card
Yes	Yes
Additional Accessories
Microsoft Office Lifetime License, External CD/DVD Drive	None
Launch Date
Release Date
2024.0	2024.0
Status
Available	Available

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